SemarangBougie Zone

PleburanRent Prices 2026

50241The CBD's BackyardPark-At-Your-Own-RiskCoffee Shop CentralPostgrad Territory
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Our Verdict

"Bougie"

With a median price of Rp98,000/m², this area earns its BOUGIE rating by sheer proximity to the CBD. Our neighborhood analysis shows a wild price ceiling of Rp195,000/m², mostly driven by luxury studio conversions that target transient professionals. It’s an expensive play, but the investment outlook remains solid because the land here is essentially maxed out; they aren't making any more of it this close to the center.

The Vibe:Pleburan is the dense, high-stakes annex to Simpang Lima where academic postgrads and government workers collide. Narrow streets like Jalan Hayam Wuruk are perpetually choked with cars because every old house has been flipped into a high-end cafe or a premium rental. You come here for the zero-minute commute to the city's main landmarks, not for peace and quiet.

Market Median

Rp98,000
/m²/mo
45.2% Premiumvs Semarang avg
LowHigh
Rp52,000Rp195,000
Est. Rating4/5
Last ScanJanuary 2026
Signal ConfidenceHigh
Market Speed
Aggressive
Inventory turnover focus
📈Growth Potential
Balanced
Infrastructure outlook

Quick Estimate

Pleburan @ Rp98,000/m²/mo

Rp5,880,000

District Highlights

Academic
UNDIP Pleburan Campus
Culture
Taman Indonesia Kaya
Hospital
RS Roemani Muhammadiyah
Retail
Living Plaza (Ace Hardware)
Grocery
Gelael Simpang Lima

Locals Ask

Why is the m² stats range so massive here?

The Rp52,000 floor covers aging heritage homes in the back alleys, while the Rp195,000 peak reflects modern, serviced apartments with actual parking.

Is the average rent worth the price?

Only if you work in the Simpang Lima area. You're paying a premium to avoid the gridlock on Jalan Pahlawan.

How is the parking situation for tenants?

In a word: dismal. Unless your rental has a private gate, expect to fight shoppers and cafe-goers for street space every single evening.

Is it a good spot for a long-term family lease?

Unlikely, as most properties are being carved into smaller units for higher yields. It's a neighborhood for individuals who value location over a backyard.

What drives the high investment outlook?

The constant demand from Telkom employees and UNDIP’s graduate schools ensures that occupancy rates rarely dip, even with 'bougie' price tags.